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10 Tips for Telling Fact From Fiction
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It can be hard to tell fact from fiction. Here are 10 tips to help you tell fact from fiction.
How Tower Cranes Work
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Tower cranes rise 150 feet in the air and lift up to 19 tons. Plus, they actually build themselves! They're simply amazing. Learn how these structures accomplish such feats.
How Mardi Gras Works
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HowStuffWorks takes a fun-filled trip to New Orleans to learn all about the roots, traditions and current practices of Mardi Gras.
How Apache Helicopters Work
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Apache helicopters are designed to survive heavy attack and inflict massive damage. Learn about the flight, weapons and armor systems of Apache helicopters.
How Nurse Sharks Work
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Nurse sharks are mellow, sluggish sharks that hover above the ocean floor. See why nurse sharks don't have that much in common with great whites.
How Dehumidifiers Work
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A dehumidifier draws humidity out of the air. Find out how a dehumidifier works.
How the Patriot Act Works
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The Patriot Act was created to strengthen domestic security and prevent terrorism. Learn about the Patriot Act and find out why the Patriot Act is controversial.
How Bioluminescence Works
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Bioluminescence is an organism's ability to produce light through a chemical reaction. Learn about bioluminescence and how bioluminescent organisms produce light.
Why do trans fat and saturated fat get such a bad rap?
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Trans fat and saturated fat get a bad rap because they raise your cholesterol. Learn which foods have trans fat and saturated fat and how to avoid them.
Why doesn't the FDA regulate herbal supplements?
Why doesn't the FDA regulate herbal supplements? Learn the benefits and dangers of herbs and why they aren't currently regulated by the FDA.